Systems Engineer (Tactical Data Links)

Technology Unlimited Group; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm seeks a motivated System Engineer in San Diego, CA. The role involves creating network interoperability concepts for mobile platforms and improving multi-service interoperability. Candidates should have seven years of relevant experience, a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, and experience with Tactical Data Links. The position requires travel between office and customer sites, highlighting the importance of collaboration and technical communication skills.

Qualifications

• Seven years or more of relevant experience.
• Proficient in technical writing and oral communications skills.
• Successful candidate must be able to work with team members and customers.

Responsibilities

• Create network interoperability concepts and prototypes for multiple mobile platforms.
• Provide expertise on the adaptation of tactical data links.
• Collaborate with team members and external customers.

Skills

Experience with Tactical Data Links and wideband communications systems

Knowledge of networking protocols and their application

Ability to develop software using MATLAB/Octave/Python/C++

Experience with RF system concepts and components

Proficient in technical writing and oral communications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM disciplines

Tools

Microsoft Office tools

JIRA

Job description

Technology Unlimited Group (TUG) seeks a highly motivated System Engineer who will be responsible for the creation of network interoperability concepts and prototypes for networks formed from multiple mobile platforms using RF links. The Systems Engineer will be part of a team of system/software engineering professionals developing networking concepts for software defined radio and supporting systems. Activities include providing expertise on networking and the adaptation of tactical data links (e.g., Common Data Link (CDL), Link‑16 and/or Link‑22) to form networks and improve multi‑service interoperability. This position will be at the TUG office in San Diego, CA, and/or customer sites in San Diego. Travel to attend working meetings will be required.

Required Skills And Qualifications

• Seven years or more of relevant experience.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in the areas of Electrical Engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) disciplines.

Specific Technical Skills

• Experience with Tactical Data Links and wideband communications systems.
• Knowledge of networking protocols and their application.
• Experience with waveform fundamentals and/or definitions.
• Ability to develop software and/or simulations of interfaces using either MATLAB/Octave/Python/C++ or other method.
• Experience with RF system concepts and components.
• Successful candidate must be proficient in technical writing and oral communications skills and proven ability to work with and communicate with project team members, customers, and service representatives.
• Knowledge of how-to-author documents in a team setting using Microsoft Office tools.
• Experience with technical documents including System Performance Specifications (SPS), System Design Document (SDD), Interface Requirements Specification (IRS), Interface Design Documents (IDDs) or equivalents.

Desired Skills And Qualifications

In addition to the required skills, the ideal candidate may have one or more of the following:

• Possess an Active Government Security Clearance.
• Knowledge of Cisco IOS and ability to configure routers and switches.
• Experience developing proof‑of‑concept prototypes.
• Experience integrating networking and communications components into functional systems.
• Knowledge of the use of Agile processes including tools such as JIRA to support the tracking of issues.
• Familiar with the generation and/or use of MIL and IEEE standards.

Technology Unlimited Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.